US Marshals Service Issues Alert for New 'Imposter' Scam

US Marshals Service issues alert for new 'imposter' scam

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) issued an alert on Tuesday, warning the public of a new string of "imposter scams" with scammers claiming to be members of law enforcement. According to the alert, scammers pose as U.S. Marshals, law enforcement officials or federal court employees and attempt to get victims to send money. The scammers claim that by doing so, the victims will stave off arrest for things like failing to …

Law enforcement warns about a new telephone scam

RUTHERFORDTON—Rutherford County residents are being warned by the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office about a new scam making the rounds.

U.S. Marshals Service Warns of Scam Calls in West Virginia

Clarksburg, WV – The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) is alerting the public of imposter scams involving individuals claiming to be U.S. Marshals, other law enforcement officials, or federal court employees. These imposters attempt to collect financial compensation in lieu of arrest due to a claim of failing to report for jury duty or other court related matters.